North Arlington School District
School District · North Arlington, New Jersey
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,033
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,033
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#268 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$20,033
$5,576 vs New Jersey median
District size
2,134 students
Typical than New Jersey median
About North Arlington School District
North Arlington School District is a North Arlington, New Jersey school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,134 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. The district invests $20,033 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, North Arlington School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, North Arlington School District students show an average math proficiency of 39.0% and ELA proficiency of 57.8%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Arlington School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Arlington School District with test data.
Schools in North Arlington School District
6 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- North Arlington
- Total Enrollment
- 2,134
- Teachers (FTE)
- 161
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Arlington School District?
North Arlington School District has 6 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Arlington School District?
The average composite rating for North Arlington School District is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Arlington School District?
North Arlington School District spends $20,033 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Arlington School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Arlington School District is 13.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Arlington School District?
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is the highest-rated school in North Arlington School District with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in North Arlington School District?
Across schools in North Arlington School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 39.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 57.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Arlington School District compare to other districts in New Jersey?
North Arlington School District has an average school rating of 5.9/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 39.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 57.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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